About Fêtes de Maubourguet

The Fêtes de Maubourguet are an unmissable summer event in the Hautes-Pyrénées, bringing together the population of Maubourguet and its surroundings for four days of typical Southwest festivities. The program includes open-air concerts, popular balls, Landes races, novilladas, communal meals, pétanque competitions, art exhibitions, and fireworks offered by the municipality. The Fêtes take place concurrently with the Rencontres de Maubourguet, creating a complete festive and cultural event in this commune of the Adour valley.

Southwest Festivals in Maubourguet

Each year in August, the town of Maubourguet vibrates to the rhythm of its traditional festivals, an unmissable summer event in the Bigorre region. For four days, the commune in the Adour valley dons its festive attire for typical festivals of the Southwest of France.

A Complete Festive Program

Bullfighting and Traditions

Landes Races: Landes race shows in the arenas, an emblematic tradition of the Pyrenean foothills
Novilladas: Young bullfights for bullfighting enthusiasts

Music and Dance

Open-air Concerts: Varied musical programming with regional and national artists
Popular Balls: Dancing evenings hosted by orchestras and bandas
Casetas: Festive stands open in the evening

Conviviality

Communal Meals: Shared tables in the town's streets
Pétanque Competitions: Tournament open to all
Fireworks: Pyrotechnic show offered by the municipality

An Event Linked to the Rencontres

The Fêtes de Maubourguet take place at the same time as the Rencontres de Maubourguet, the cultural and sporting event of the commune. This association creates a complete program combining culture, sport, and traditional festivities.